How to improve cycling with a longer off-season
2020 has become a difficult year for many athletes to plan for. Race schedules are uncertain and offseason training suddenly got extended indefinitely. Organized athletes have had…
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Zwift as a training tool
Zwift has become an extremely popular online platform for both cyclists and triathletes. It provides an exceptional opportunity to perform rides for training, racing and…
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Adapting your annual plan
In past articles we have covered how to structure and plan a season. This year best laid plans have been hit with a wave of…
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Why do you need a rest week?
Imagine a three week training plan during which you see some of the best progress you’ve made in years. There’s momentum in your progress and…
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Planning the perfect training camp
Spring is the time for the warm weather camp. The season is drawing closer and training volume is increasing. The weather is the only thing…
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How to turn your commute into effective training
For many athletes, time is valuable and scarce. We all know that for professional athletes to achieve their extraordinary levels of performance they must train…
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Heart rate training part 2: Using your zones!
In Heart rate training 1 we discussed what heart rate training was and why it exists. In this part the practical aspect will be discussed…
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What I use: Heart Rate Monitor
Welcome to our “What I use” series. The following piece of equipment is something that I have used for a substantial period and thoroughly recommend…
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Complexes for fat burning!
There are many solutions for burning fat. The general theory is the energy balance, in the form of calories in, calories out. An energy or…
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Training masks; the science behind them!
People like new toys and gadgets, especially ones which can improve their performance. In recent years breathing masks and gas masks have become popular amongst…
